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Saturday, April 20
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at the Copernicus Foundation’s 26th annual Taste of Polonia festival. Nonstop live music (not just polkas) will be presented on three stages; Polish artisans will sell their stuff; folk dancers will perform; and pierogies, potato pancakes, kielbasa, and other delicacies will be available from vendors.
The festival takes place at 5216 W Lawrence. Admission is $6, benefiting the Copernicus Foundation For more information, check the website or call 773-777-8898.
Come join Plaza Garibaldi for a Labor Day Fest at California Health Park, 2800 S. California. The Mexican cultural fest will include food, music, dancing and rodeo. 12-9pm. Call 773-561-9500 for more information.